Superintendent's Article
Marcellus Elementary will host Kindergarten Round Up on April 18, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Those parents and guardians who have a child that will be age 5 by September 1, 2024 are invited to attend. The event is open for Marcellus residents as well as school of choice applicants.
Parents who attend the event can expect to meet kindergarten teachers, tour the school, and learn about Marcellus Elementary and the programs available for students. In addition, vision, dental, and hearing screenings will be available for those interested. Attendees are asked to bring the child’s birth certificate and immunization record. Please contact the elementary school office at 646-9209 with any questions about Kindergarten Round Up. Those parents and guardians who are unable to attend the April 18 event may contact Principal Bischoff to arrange an appointment.
State testing is also coming up quickly. The middle and high school MSTEP and PSAT testing schedule is listed below.
April 9- Grade 11 science & social studies MSTEP
April 10- Grade 11 SAT
April 11- Grade 11 ACT Workkeys
April 16- Grades 8 & 9 PSAT
April 17- Grade 10 PSAT 10
April 25- Grade 6 math MSTEP
April 30- Grade 8 science MSTEP
May 1- Grade 8 social studies MSTEP
May 2- Grade 6 ELA MSTEP
May 8- Grade 7 ELA MSTEP
May 9- Grade 7 math MSTEP
Parents are encouraged to talk to their students about state testing, its importance and purpose. Testing is a regular part of learning and the results provide an important snapshot of student achievement and progress. The resulting data is also helpful for schools and districts to evaluate curriculum and programming effectiveness. For juniors, the SAT test results may be used for college admission decisions. Thus, it is important that students take the tests seriously and perform at their best.
Parents can help reduce student anxiety by explaining that the test is just one measure of student achievement and can help identify strengths and areas that may need additional attention and effort. Students should get a good night’s sleep, eat a good breakfast, and put forth their best effort.
Other noteworthy dates:
April 15- South Haven Jazz Festival
April 20- Middle School Solo & Ensemble at SMC
April 20- Junior/Senior Prom at Gable Hill, 7:00pm
May 3- Seventh & ninth grade vision screening
May 7- ½ day for students
May 7- Sixth Grade Orientation (current fifth graders), 6:00pm, at Marcellus Middle School
May 10- Marcellus Middle School Farewell Dance
May 15- Spring band Concert at 7:00pm
May 16- Senior Honors Night at 7:00pm
May 17- Seniors’ last day of school
June 3 -6- Sixth grade camp
